Options abound for paying for college, just have to look

Paying for college can seem like an overwhelming pursuit but there are plenty of options out there, if you know where to look.

Paying for college can seem like an overwhelming pursuit but there are plenty of options out there, if you know where to look.

Are you worried about paying for college? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. There are plenty of options when it comes to paying for college.

There are mounds of scholarships out and about, you just have to search for them. Make sure you put in the effort in your applications and essays. All that time and hard work will be worth it when it helps you minimize debt. Listed below are some sites with endless scholarships:

  1. Scholarships.com
  2. Fastweb
  3. College Board
  4. Unigo 
  5. Chegg
  6. SmartScholar

Colleges also post scholarship opportunities specific to the individual college. Be sure to check out the websites of colleges you’re interested in to see if they have any scholarships you feel may pertain to you or give them a call.

In addition to scholarships, be sure to fill out your FAFSA to qualify for government aid. Be sure to have your parent nearby when filling out the FAFSA.

Another option is to get student loans. Use this as a last resort because unlike the other options listed above, you must pay it back. Some banks give you the option to pay nothing until you graduate and some do not. Check with your bank to see your options.